Mechanical Design Engineer

Sudlows; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sudlows, a global specialist in critical infrastructure, seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead mechanically biased projects through RIBA stages and engage with clients.

You will develop designs for data centre mechanical systems, create drawings and specifications, and contribute to bid support and site surveys.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Building Services Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ progressive experience in M&E engineering, electrical bias preferred.
• Experience with data centre design and familiarity with CAD/Project software.

Responsibilities

• Produce designs for data centre mechanical systems including chilled water and high efficiency cooling.
• Create mechanical schematics for sales documentation and build drawings.
• Prepare mechanical specifications for critical installations.
• Carry out site surveys and liaise with sub-contractors and clients.
• Develop drawings, calculations and operation descriptions to construction standards.

Skills

M&E knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ASTA Power Project

Microsoft Project

Job description

Overview

Sudlows are a global specialist in the design, build and maintenance of energy efficient and sustainable Critical Infrastructure (CI) environments. Employing over 200 staff, we specialise in the design, installation, and commissioning of critical power and cooling systems, as well as architectural and structural works for critical environments. Our projects span across various sectors including Data Centres (which is the main core of our business), telecoms, healthcare, and education, amongst others, where reliability, and resilience are imperative. We are committed to delivering innovative, sustainable, and robust solutions that meet the most stringent demands of our clients’ critical operations.

Job Summary

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be expected to utilise a sound knowledge of developing mechanical infrastructure design and engineering to suit the needs of the relevant project. The candidate will be responsible for tender design proposals as well as secured projects that are being developed for construction. The designs would be progressed through all RIBA stages, and the successful candidate would assume the role of lead designer on Mechanically biased projects.

Alongside carrying out engineering on the project, the candidate should have a good customer manner and be able to proactively engage with the client and expand on his requirements. Additionally, development of the Sudlows network with specialist suppliers, contractors, system integrators and other consultants.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and technical engineer to join our Critical Infrastructures team and contribute greatly towards the continued growth and success of our upcoming projects.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• To produce designs for data centre mechanical systems including chilled water and high efficiency cooling systems.
• To produce mechanical schematics both for sales documentation and for build drawings.
• To produce specifications for critical part of mechanical installations.
• Create and issue mechanical specifications to contractors.
• Carry out site surveys.
• To develop the mechanical systems including developing all necessary drawings, technical submissions, calculations and descriptions of operation to construction standard.
• To liaise with all sub-contractors and ensure that all drawings are issued with all required information.
• To check and approve material submittals with respect to Technical Design.
• Providing Sales support for incoming enquiries and queries.
• Keeping in regular contact with existing customers.
• Study tender documents and understand client requirements to be able to put together the technical response to tender bids, proposal and quotations.
• Accurate cost estimation for consultancy.
• Evaluate client enquiries, specifications and drawings.
• Contribute to bid/no bid decision.
• Formulate technical and commercial response with assistance and guidance from other departments as required.
• Prepare and participate in the review of and submit Technical and part of the Commercial responses to the highest standards of accuracy, presentation, and punctuality and in accordance with company standards and client requirements.
• Prepare and participate in the review of and in the submission of technical and commercial clarifications and revised bid documents as required through the tendering process.
• Maintain a full and accurate record during and after the bid submission.
• Attend client, supplier and third-party meetings on and offsite as necessary.
• Work closely with Design Department (UK) to hand over contracts won by the company.
• Understanding / knowledge of mechanical equipment’s, financial aspects and technical risk.
• Report and communicate activities effectively and appropriately.
• Follow up after tender submission involving tender correspondence and coordination with clients.
• Conduct site surveys to put together the reports.
• Engage directly with consultancy (Data Centre audits, best practice etc.).
• Work both within office environment and onsite.
• Confidently deliver Sudlows critical infrastructure professional services offering across the complete project lifecycle.
• Following on site consultancy, prepare reports, present findings and provide a road map for change (appropriately detailing level of risk and opportunity for improvement).
• Work closely with other areas of the business and key staff to overcome complex client requirements.
• Experience with Data Centre Design, Installation & Testing & Commissioning preferable but not essential.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

Qualification (bachelor’s degree, HNC/HND etc.) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline.

Experience

Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in M&E engineering (Electrical Bias Preferred) ideally coming from a critical infrastructure / industrial background.

Familiarity with various M&E systems specific to critical environments (e.g. redundancy/resilience (N+1 etc.), concurrent maintainability).

Experience with relevant software tools (e.g. AutoCAD, ASTA Power Project, Microsoft Project) would be beneficial.

Skills and Competencies

1. Technical knowledge of M&E systems, design principles, and installation practices.
2. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a meticulous attention to detail.
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
4. Proven ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and create/maintain strong working relationships.
5. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)